SARA Network, Story Co Simulcast, Ames P25

[TJK50010]

Sorry to rehash this question. I read all the threads and looked over the RR database. I can't find a clear answer about the SARA Network, Story Co Simulcast, Ames P25 systems.

When I try to find the primary control channel to listen to Ames, I get: (769.09375c 769.50625c 770.00625c 770.50625c 771.09375c 771.50625c).
How do I determine the one to choose? Do I take my chances with the first one, or do they all work equally (synced)?

 

[baker50021]

It's a trucked system and all of them are used as a control channel. Short answer is all of them must be programed. There is no primary control channel

 

[thatoneiowan]

my limited understanding is that since it is a Harris system the control channel changes often enough that it's best to program then all. I can check what it is now when I get home if you need but not sure how much good it will do

 

[TJK50010]

Crazy question, I want to setup my antenna in the best location for the Ames system. Where is the antenna tower located? I know they used to have a Ames tower and a Iowa State tower, are they still separate? (Using SDR in a window)

 

[baker50021]

Assuming this is accurate

FCC Callsign WREW491 (STORYCOMM)

FCC Callsign WREW491 (STORYCOMM)

www.radioreference.com

 

[TJK50010]

Assuming this is accurate

FCC Callsign WREW491 (STORYCOMM)

FCC Callsign WREW491 (STORYCOMM)

www.radioreference.com

Yeah, I didn't expect a 40 ft antenna near campus. But it's more central than the one that used to be on Lincoln Way and Dayton ave. Definitely helps with the Western parts of town that used to have reception issues, but not so great for the north areas like Ada Hayden park.